Ricky Lee Harris

Ricky Lee Harris, 65, Greenwood, passed away peacefully, October 17, 2024, at his home. Mr. Harris was born September 11, 1959, in Indianapolis, to the late Uhlan Webster Harris and Jewel Gwendolyn (Inscoe) Yaryan, who survives. He married the love of his life, Nancy (McVey) Harris on May 31, 1986, and she survives.

Rick graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1978 and began a long and successful career with the Indiana Department of Transportation in 1979. Rick was employed as a project manager and scientist for 45 years and was looking forward to his well-deserved retirement that was scheduled for September of 2026. His attention to detail and the standards by which Rick operated were valuable assets, making him a highly valued and respected employee. 

Rick was an avid bowler who had even bowled the perfect 300 in his career. He also coached bowling during the Peace Games. Rick loved the outdoors and created many great memories camping and fishing. He was a loyal and devoted family man who simply loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Rick was a proud supporter of Donald Trump. While he could be a bit hard and abrasive on the exterior, his family described him as a big marshmallow on the inside. His loving family and many friends will forever cherish Rick’s memory.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Nancy; mother, Jewel Yaryan (James); son, Ricky Lee (Brenda Garner) Harris II; daughter, Amanda Marie Harris; brother, Bill Harris; sisters, Julie Williams, Debbie Harris, and Susan (the late Gary) Davis; grandchildren, Daniel Keithly and Samuel Harris; his loyal dog, Pepper.

Rick’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 39 East High Street, Mooresville. Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Burial will be in Lincoln Memory Gardens, Whitestown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or the Johnson County Humane Society are appreciated. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.